Bomarea salsilla
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Basic Information
Family: Alstroemeriaceae
Genus: bomarea
Plant ID (slug): bomarea-salsilla
Numeric ID: 20703
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Bomarea salsilla is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
S. America - Chile.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Tuber - cooked[2, 61, 105, 177]. Starchy[46].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Bomarea salsilla